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New research tool launched on Perinatal Mental Health Week 2024

A content warning, the following story contains sensitive topics around death. This week is Perinatal Mental Health Week, and over 55 organisations gathered in Canberra to make an impact on the issue. Only one in three Australian parents think they have a strong community support during early parenthood. Image: Image Credit: Grey85 / Pixabay Produced …

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Otway Basin community wins fight against seismic blasting ocean project

Coastal communities from the Otway Basin are celebrating victory against the largest seismic blasting project in history. Last Friday, energy data company TGS withdrew their plans for seismic blasting following repeated pushback by the Australian government regulators for not adequately consulting affected stakeholders as well as fierce opposition by the public. Image: Image Credit: Otway …

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Ex-bikie turned mentor for troubled youth: Shannon’s story

According to the Australian Institute of Health and Welfare, around 1.4 million Australian adults have experienced violence from a family member. Victims are often trapped in a vicious cycle, and having access to the right support services can be crucial to finding a way out. Shannon Althouse is a Coach at the Arrernte Community Boxing …

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